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Nothing is going to matter for the Kansas Chiefs in the years ahead more than solidifying the offensive line in front of quarterback Patrick Mahomes.<\/p>\n
Mahomes and the offense wilted under a constant barrage of pressure from the Philadelphia Eagles\u2019 defense in a 40-22 blowout loss in Super Bowl LIX, on the heels of a season that saw the three-time Super Bowl champion quarterback sacked a career-high 36 times.<\/p>\n
As the NFL Draft approaches, the Chiefs are going to need to expend significant capital rebuilding the offensive line, potentially prioritizing a tackle with the No. 31 overall pick.<\/p>\n
Kansas City Chiefs Linked to Rising Offensive Lineman<\/h2>\nFeb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) completes a pass to Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) against the Philadelphia Eagles in the third quarter in Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Pro Football Focus NFL analyst Mason Cameron suggests that North Dakota State offensive tackle Grey Zabel may be the perfect fit for the Chiefs to begin rebuilding the offensive line.<\/p>\n
\u201cWith uncertainty and inconsistent play at three of the five offensive line spots,\u201d Cameron writes for PFF. \u201cKansas City could benefit from adding a versatile piece like Zabel. The FCS standout earned a 90.4 PFF grade at left tackle for NDSU and proved at the Senior Bowl that he can handle multiple positions.\u201d<\/p>\n
Zabel was one of the most dominant players on the field leading up to the Senior Bowl and likely helped skyrocket his NFL Draft stock. The Chiefs may need to invest multiple picks along the offensive line, but Zabel would be a solid start to a rebuild.<\/p>\nJan 30, 2025; Mobile, AL, USA; National team offensive lineman Grey Zabel of North Dakota State (77) works against National team defensive lineman Darius Alexander of Toledo (9) during Senior Bowl practice for the National team at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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